Senior Architectural Technician

JAM Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Senior Architectural Technician to join a well-established consultancy in Bristol. You will prepare detailed drawing packages for housing developments and work closely with project managers and other technicians to ensure high-quality output.

This role suits someone technically confident who enjoys detailed design and aims to progress into a senior, project-led position. The successful candidate will contribute from technical design through to construction,

Qualifications

• Experience in the residential sector, ideally with housebuilders.
• Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of Building Regulations and NHBC standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and developing technical working drawing packages for residential schemes
• Producing drawings including external works, access, boundaries and site planning
• Liaising with Building Control to discharge conditions and resolve queries
• Coordinating consultant information and integrating into technical packages
• Reviewing and incorporating specialist supplier designs
• Attending design team meetings and site visits where required

Skills

Residential sector

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Building Regulations

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

This full time position as a Senior Architectural Technician in Bristol offers a salary between £30,000 and £45,000, negotiable based on experience. The successful candidate will become part of a well-established architectural consultancy, contributing to their technical team. Working closely with project managers and fellow technicians, the role involves preparing detailed drawing packages for housing developments, preferably for national house builders.

Senior Architectural Technician, Bristol, £30k - £45k depending on experience

This presents a chance for career progression within a supportive consultancy environment. The role would suit someone who is confident technically, enjoys detailed design work and is looking to progress into a more senior, project led position over time. You will be working closely with Project Managers and other technicians, supporting the delivery of projects from technical design through to construction, with involvement in coordinating information and ensuring high quality output across all stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and developing technical working drawing packages for residential schemes
• Producing drawings including
• Assisting with the design and layout of external works, including access, boundaries and site planning
• Liaising with Building Control to discharge conditions and resolve queries
• Coordinating consultant information and integrating into technical packages
• Reviewing and incorporating specialist supplier designs
• Attending design team meetings and site visits where required

Requirements

• Experience within the residential sector, ideally working with housebuilders
• Strong technical ability with a high level of attention to detail
• Good knowledge of Building Regulations and NHBC standards
• Understanding of construction methods, materials and detailing
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable

• Experience producing large-scale construction details
• Experience reviewing or implementing third-party supplier designs

This is a great opportunity to join a growing and well structured consultancy with a strong pipeline of residential work. You’ll be part of a collaborative technical team, with the opportunity to develop your skills further and progress into a more senior, project running role over time.

The role offers a competitive salary alongside a solid benefits package, including pension, bonus scheme, paid overtime and healthcare options.